During public comment on the issue, attorney Robert Hollis, representing Rowe, asked the council to consider the property and not the property owner in placing restrictions.

Hollis said there are plenty of ordinances and codes to remedy problems rather than using zoning restrictions.

However, Fifth Ward Councilwoman Helen Anthony said the “property has been a public nuisance” and felt the council had an obligation from a public safety perspective to vote according to the commission and staff recommendations.